Hotel Playa Espadilla & Gardens

Hotels
9 (922 reviews)
Manuel Antonio 200 metros oeste del Parque Nacional , Manuel Antonio , cr

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly and helpful staff
Comfortable amenities
Cons:
Room size and ventilation issues
Minor cleanliness concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
8.46
Mixed reviews about cleanliness, some mentions of damp smell.
Service
9.43
Consistently praised for helpful and friendly staff.
Location
9.47
Frequent positive mentions for excellent location near attractions.
Room Quality
8.42
Some reviews highlighted room size issues and lack of natural ventilation.
Amenities
9.45
Good feedback on amenities like pools and breakfast.
Value for Money
8.41
Some comments suggest pricing is high for certain services.
Food and Beverage
8.96
Generally good food quality, but some found it expensive.
Overall Experience
9.43
Overall positive sentiments despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 13:51

Property Description

Luxurious Beachside Retreat

Outdoor Swimming Pool & Tennis Courts: Enjoy a refreshing dip in our pool or challenge your companions to a friendly game of tennis.

Deluxe Junior Suite with Spa Bath: Indulge in luxury with our deluxe suite featuring a spacious spa bath for the ultimate relaxation.

Adventure Awaits: Explore Manuel Antonio Park's natural beauty or partake in thrilling activities like rafting and kayaking with the help of our tour desk.

Ready to experience a blend of relaxation and adventure? Book your stay at Hotel Playa Espadilla now!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 922 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.46
Service: 9.43
Location: 9.47
Room Quality: 8.42
Amenities: 9.45
Value for Money: 8.41
Food and Beverage: 8.96
Overall Experience: 9.43
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Lara couple gb
10
Clean, comfortable room, with good facilities and in an excellent location for MA National Park
Pros:

We had a fantastic stay at Hotel Espadilla Gardens with a fantastic location a few minutes' walk from the entrance to the Manuel Antonio National Park and from the beach. The room was spacious, clean and comfortable and nicely decorated. The air con and fans helped keep the room cool and provide respite from the hot, humid weather outside. There were a couple of chairs on the verandah outside to chill out in, as well as lovely sunbeds by the pool with fans. The staff were friendly and very helpful. Breakfast was fantastic with a good menu to choose from. Lunch and dinner at the restaurant were great too. It's worth noting that meals, including breakfast, are hosted at the sister hotel (Hotel Playa Espadilla) which is less than a minutes' walk across the road. You can also make use of the pool and pool bar there during your stay. All in all we had a comfortable stay at this chilled out hotel.

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Ilse couple nl
8
Goed locatie uit de drukte maar dicht bij het natuur park
Pros:

We hebben erg genoten van ons verblijf bij espadilla & gardens. Goede kamers met lekkere douche, goede strand bedden waar ook een ventilator boven hing om af te koelen. Het ontbijt was goed en een goede keuze uit verschillende soorten ontbijt.

Cons:

Het zwembad was erg warm, was net een warm bad wat je instapte.

2026-03-20 via Nuitee
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CATHERINE extended_group fr
8
Hôtel parfait
Pros:

Bien situé par rapport au parc Miguel Antonio, chambre très propre et confortable, belle piscine.
Très bon petit déjeuner

Cons:

Rien

2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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Peter couple at
10
Es war sehr schön
Pros:

Sehr gut

Cons:

K.A.

2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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Martha couple us
10
Wonderful
Pros:

Rooms very clean and big. The gardens and environment beautiful. Pool amazing. Restaurant excellent

2026-03-18 via Nuitee
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Latiff Fallas couple cr
9
Excelentes vacaciones para inicio de año
Pros:

Me gustó la exclusividad del hotel, siempre muy limpio, el personal muy atento y amable.

Cons:

El desayuno típico estaba un poco insípido, sin embargo, las porciones y la presentación es excelente. Hicimos la observación al personal y mejoraron la calidad.
La única recomendación que haría al hotel, es valorar la posibilidad de colocar una estación de carga para vehículos eléctricos :)

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Mirko couple it
9
Pros:

Struttura immersa nel verde e a pochi minuti dall’ingresso del parco Manuel Antonio, la spiaggia è raggiungibile direttamente dall’hotel in 2 minuti e piedi. Molto curato il giardino, abbiamo visto tanti pappagalli, tucani e iguane. Staff disponibile e gentile. Consiglio il tour notturno

Cons:

La colazione permette di scegliere un piatto tra un elenco fornito dalla struttura, in aggiunta però vengono serviti caffè (americano) e frutta

2026-03-14 via Nuitee
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Jan extended_group pl
9
2026-03-12 via Nuitee
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Van Sint Maartensdijk family_with_children nl
8
Heerlijke plek om te verblijven
Pros:

Dicht bij strand en nationale park

2026-03-10 via Nuitee
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John Dafydd family_with_children dk
10
great hotel. very close to National park
Pros:

We really liked our stay at this hotel. Staff were great, and organised a tour of the national park for us. It's very close to the park and beach so very convenient. Room was clean, pool was ok and restaurant and breakfast was great. Free

Cons:

No views of the sea from the hotel, but that was expected so fine. No problems!

2026-03-10 via Nuitee
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Martin couple de
6
Park ist in wenigen Minuten zu Fuß zu erreichen
Pros:

Nähe zum Park

Cons:

Man muss ins Haupthotel zum Frühstück und Essen

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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philippe extended_group be
7
Pros:

Petit déjeuner pouvant facilement être amélioré car de trop bourratif.

2026-03-05 via Nuitee
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Sophie couple fr
9
Nous recommandons cet établissement
Pros:

Chambre spacieuse et très propre avec une petite terrasse très agréable
Piscine et bain de soleil à proximité
À 300 m de l entrée du parc Manel Antonio

Cons:

Petit problème de communication avec le personnel mais bon on a fait avec !

2026-03-05 via Nuitee
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Anton van couple nl
9
Pros:

Mooie locatie met veel restaurants in de buurt. Vriendelijk personeel.

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
10
A wonderful stay near Manuel Antonio National Park.
Pros:

The location was excellent being within walking distance of the beach and Manuel Antonio National Park.
The breakfast and evening meal were superb and they prepared a breakfast box for us on the day we went to the park at 6.50.
The reception staff were absolutely great, organising our tours and transport with impressive efficiency and very good humour. They responded to WhatsApp very quickly.
I would strongly recommend this hotel.

Cons:

NA

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
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Johanna couple nl
8
Mooie lodges op centrale plek met prachtige tuin met apen.
Pros:

Locatie is heel mooi , vlakbij het strand en vlakbij het park Manuel Antonio. Geen auto meer nodig! Prachtige tuin!
Mooi zwembad en heel aardig personeel.lekkere restaurants in de buurt.
Ontbijt is bij het hotel schuin aan de overkant.
Keuze genoeg!

Cons:

Niets

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
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Helene couple us
10
A wonderful stay!
Pros:

Excellent property in every way! Immaculate condition. Great attention to every detail. Lots of extras. Property is in wonderful condition and very well maintained & comfortable. Very friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful surroundings. Wonderful breakfast and delicious dinners at restaurant. Pool area is beautiful. Very close to the beach & Manual Antonio National Park. We loved our stay & plan to return!

Cons:

Nothing at all! It was all great!

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
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Jérôme family_with_children fr
10
Super découverte avec du calme du cadre et un resto top
Pros:

Le calme et le silence ! La proximité immédiate du parc, le restaurant et petit déjeuner vraiment excellent, et un accueil parfait, une taille humaine et de belles installations.

Cons:

Honnêtement ? Rien. Réussite.

2026-02-28 via Nuitee
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Sylvie couple fr
8
Très bien
Pros:

Emplacement idéal avec un accès direct à la plage en une minute.
Chambre confortable avec petite salle de bains.
Propre, et bien équipée.
Piscine, restaurant et petit dej super.
Parking à dispo également.

Cons:

Rien de particulier

2026-02-27 via Nuitee
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Emma couple gb
10
2026-02-26 via Nuitee